Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Fort rucker, AL, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 8b.
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Fort rucker, AL Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Fort rucker, AL
The average last frost date in spring for Fort rucker is March 15th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until March 29th before moving plants outdoors. Waiting these extra few weeks significantly reduces the risk of a late freeze damaging young transplants.
First Fall Frost Date for Fort rucker, AL
The average first frost date in fall for Fort rucker is November 20th. This date marks the approximate end of the growing season for tender plants. Gardeners should plan to harvest frost-sensitive vegetables or provide heavy protection (such as row covers) before this date to avoid crop loss.
Growing Season Length in Fort rucker, AL
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Fort rucker is approximately 250 days. This duration determines which vegetable varieties have enough time to reach maturity before the winter cold sets in. Short-season varieties are recommended for crops that require a longer warm period.
Please note: These dates are climatological averages. Actual weather conditions vary by year. Always check the local 10-day forecast before planting.
Fort rucker, AL Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Fort rucker, AL Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Cabbage seeds indoors (from January 18th to February 1st), starting Onion seeds indoors (from January 4th to January 18th), and starting Aubergine seeds indoors (from January 18th to February 1st).
February
In February, recommended activities include direct sowing Flax (from February 15th to March 1st), direct sowing Watercress (from February 15th to March 1st), and direct sowing Garden Cress (from February 15th to March 1st).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Lima Bean (from March 29th to April 12th), direct sowing Gladiolus (from March 15th to March 29th), and direct sowing Butternut Squash (from March 22nd to April 5th).